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ome businesses rely on great service to make up for what

they lack in product. The newest in sidewalk cafes to open

their doors in Sidney has an abundance of both — great ser-
vice and great products.

From friendly faces, and large, savory scones, to delectable cof-
fees that tickle your: tastebuds, McBeans in the Mariner Mall has
it all.

The moment you walk in the door, you are greeted with a
warm and friendly ‘hello,’ followed by ‘Yes, Sirs’ and ‘Yes, Ma’ams’
and many a ‘Thank you very much,’ until you walk back out again. |

It’s an atmosphere that keeps customers coming back — as
much for the service as the product.

The proprietor of this wonderful European-style cafe is Ralph’
Steenstra — who's assisted by his nephew, Ronald. Ralph is
pleased to offer the first in-house seating and bakery in the Vic-

_toria-based McBeans’ chain.

“We thought we'd try something a little different, and people
really seem to enjoy it,” Ralph said.

« ~- McBeans offers both indoor seating, or, if you prefer, you can
bundle up your newspaper, coffee and pastry, take a seat at an out-
door table and sit back and watch the world go by.

And while they offer 30 flavors of quality coffee, this McBeans

js already gaining a great reputation for carrying not just good
scones, but the best you'll find on the Saanich Peninsula.

The secret to such great scones? vel it’s a secret, and one

that’s guar ded closely.
Me The scones —.and muffins; too — are baked fresh on the
premises every day and the recipe was handed over by a friend
of Ralph’s — a fellow who trained in England and spent many

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